Where are we running our courses?

Belfast, Sunday, 14 September

Dublin, Sunday, 21 September

Limerick, Saturday, 4 October

Sligo, Sunday, 5 October

Kilmacsimon, Saturday, 18 October

National Rowing Centre, Sunday, 19 October

Bantry, Saturday, 1 November

Killarney, Sunday, 2 November

Why You Should Join:
This one-day course is ideal for those who want to make a positive impact in their rowing community. It’s perfect for:

Beginner coaches:
Gain the foundational skills needed to start coaching with confidence.

Parents:
Learn how to assist at your child’s club and become an active part of their rowing experience.

Juniors and students aged 16+:
If you have some rowing experience but no coaching background, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to assist your club’s coaches effectively.

What You’ll Learn:
Our course covers all the essentials to get you started on your coaching journey. You’ll be introduced to:

• Coaching methods: Learn effective techniques to guide and motivate rowers.
• Basic ergometer rowing technique: Understand the fundamentals of rowing on an erg, essential for both on-water and gym coaching.
• Safety and welfare awareness: Ensure that you’re equipped to maintain a safe and supportive environment for all athletes.
• Communication: Develop the skills to communicate clearly and positively with rowers of all ages.
• Session planning: Gain the confidence to assist in planning and executing training sessions.

Whether your experience is on the river, lake, sea, or erg, our expert Coach Developers will provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your needs.

Course Details:

• Cost: €80
• Certification: Upon completion, you’ll be certified to assist club coaches both on the water and in the gym.

Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your coaching skills, support your club, and help others achieve their rowing goals!

How to Register:
For more details, to view our course locations, and to register, click HERE.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Gerry at coacheducation@rowingireland.ie

This is a unique opportunity to work for one of Ireland’s leading universities. UL is ranked as the number one sporting university in Ireland. We are currently recruiting for a full-time Head Rowing Coach on a fixed-term, three-year appointment.

UL Sport is committed to providing sports facilities of the highest standard to staff, students, and the wider community, promoting sporting excellence, and actively encouraging participation in physical activity at all levels, while improving inclusiveness and removing barriers to participation.

ULRC has a proud history of producing international and national-level rowers. The Club aims to build on this tradition in the coming season and beyond, with a focus on competing at top regattas in Ireland and overseas (e.g., Henley Royal Regatta).

The Ideal Candidate
Based between the UL Boathouse (on campus) and Castleconnell Boat Club (under a CCBC partnership agreement) and reporting to UL Sport in conjunction with the ULRC Committee, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the delivery of the coaching programme for UL student crews.

• Drive the development of the rowing programme.

• Work in an advisory role with coaches at CCBC.

Applicants should have proven coaching experience, supported by relevant coaching qualifications. The successful candidate will be an inspirational coach with the ability to lead a programme, set performance expectations, and motivate athletes of all levels. Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, academics, staff, and the local community. The role requires on-the-water coaching; a powerboat licence is desirable.

The position is full-time on a fixed-term, three-year contract. Applicants must be flexible and willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and at other locations as required.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to grow within a department that values and nurtures talent, making an impact through our Sport Strategy.

• Career development training.

• An optional company pension scheme.

• A sector-leading salary and remuneration package.

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution.

How to Apply
Send your CV and a supporting cover letter to Neasa.odonnell@ul.ie

Closing Date: Midnight, Friday, 29 August 2025. Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date.

The role involves leading three water sessions per week at Neptune Rowing Club, Islandbridge. The commitment is approximately 3–4 hours per week.

Contract Periods

Autumn Term: 9 September – 25 November 2025

Spring Term: 13 January – 5 April 2026

Pay Rate
€23 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality on-water coaching sessions, ensuring our novice teams’ technical and physical development.

Enthusiasm for coaching, and for athlete and squad development.

Collaborate with other club coaches to ensure alignment with overall programme objectives.

Candidate Requirements

Strong technical knowledge of rowing, supported by a track record of coaching or competing at a high level.

Essential: Level 1 Coaching Certificate (or equivalent).

Please submit a CV and short cover letter to the DCU Rowing email (dcu.rowing@gmail.com).

This online webinar is ideal for coaches and athletes who want to understand how plyometric training can be applied to improve rowing performance.

Date: Wednesday, 20 August
Time: 4:00 PM

Register here.

Led by experienced Coach Developers, each course provides the practical skills, technical understanding, and athlete-centered approaches needed to support safe, inclusive, and effective rowing training.

Course Locations and Dates

Waterford

· Level 1: 6 & 7 September 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 13 September

· Nutrition (Online): 10 September

Cork (NRC)

· Level 1: 20 & 21 September 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 28 September

· Nutrition (Online): 24 September

Galway

· Level 1: 4 & 5 October 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 12 October

· Nutrition (Online): 8 October

Dublin

· Level 1: 18 & 19 October 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 26 October

· Nutrition (Online): 22 October

Limerick

· Level 1: 15 & 16 November 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 23 November

· Nutrition (Online): 19 November

Belfast

· Level 1: 6 & 7 December 2025

· Strength & Conditioning: 13 December

· Nutrition (Online): 19 November

The course cost is €350

Whether you’re coaching juniors, recreational rowers, or aspiring competitors, on rivers or coastal, this course provides the foundation to do so with confidence and competence. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from our experienced Coach Developers.

Places are limited to 15 on each course so we recommend you register early. To sign up please visit https://www.rowingireland.ie/level-one-coaching-course/

For more information, please contact Gerry Farrell at coacheducation@rowingireland.ie.

The WSCA is open to female students with a desire to progress or excel as a coach in their chosen sport. Whether they have years of coaching experience or are new to the field, applicants should demonstrate the attributes and passion required to become a high-quality coach.

The Academy is a collaborative initiative between Student Sport Ireland (SSI), Sport Ireland, 22 third-level institutions, and 18 sporting National Governing Bodies (NGBs).

Throughout the year, participating student coaches will coach a team or group of athletes, work alongside an experienced mentor coach, complete a coaching course with their respective NGB, maintain a weekly journal to reflect on their coaching journey, and take part in SSI-led workshops.

Students accepted into the Academy will be expected to fulfill the following commitments:

Interested students should complete the application form below and return it to their respective sports officer (contact details are included on the form) by Friday, August 8, 2025.

Where are we running our courses?

Galway, 22nd June

Others dates and locations are in the pipeline.

Why You Should Join:
This one-day course is ideal for those who want to make a positive impact in their rowing community. It’s perfect for:

Beginner coaches:
Gain the foundational skills needed to start coaching with confidence.

Parents:
Learn how to assist at your child’s club and become an active part of their rowing experience.

Juniors and students aged 16+:
If you have some rowing experience but no coaching background, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to assist your club’s coaches effectively.

What You’ll Learn:
Our course covers all the essentials to get you started on your coaching journey. You’ll be introduced to:

• Coaching methods: Learn effective techniques to guide and motivate rowers.
• Basic ergometer rowing technique: Understand the fundamentals of rowing on an erg, essential for both on-water and gym coaching.
• Safety and welfare awareness: Ensure that you’re equipped to maintain a safe and supportive environment for all athletes.
• Communication: Develop the skills to communicate clearly and positively with rowers of all ages.
• Session planning: Gain the confidence to assist in planning and executing training sessions.

Whether your experience is on the river, lake, sea, or erg, our expert Coach Developers will provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your needs.

Course Details:

• Cost: €80
• Certification: Upon completion, you’ll be certified to assist club coaches both on the water and in the gym.

Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your coaching skills, support your club, and help others achieve their rowing goals!

How to Register:
For more details, to view our course locations, and to register, click HERE.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Gerry at coacheducation@rowingireland.ie.

This webinar is particularly suited to coaches working with strength and power athletes who also operate under significant aerobic demands.

Theo Pickles is a highly experienced strength and conditioning coach with over 15 years of work across Australia, Bangladesh, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands. He has contributed to high-performance programs in a variety of sports, including athletics, rugby, Australian rules football, cricket, swimming, rowing, and basketball.

Previously, Theo worked with the Dutch elite rowing and swimming teams, contributing to multiple Olympic medal-winning performances. He is currently with the Western Australia Institute of Sport.

The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 25th June at 4:00 PM and will be hosted online. Register Here.

This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights into maximizing force production for endurance performance from one of the leading experts in the field.

Seeking Participants: We are looking for coaches, or aspiring coaches, who are diagnosed or self-diagnosed with dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism, ADHD, or anxiety to participate in interviews. The interviews will be conducted via Teams and will last about 40 minutes. Participation is confidential, and information will be anonymized.

Background: Approximately 20% of the general population is neurodivergent, and an estimated 10-15% of neurodivergent individuals are involved in sports. We have identified ways to improve inclusion and support for neurodivergent coaches within coach education. However, there is a lack of specific research focused on the needs of neurodivergent sports coaches.

Research Goals: The research aims to develop a neuroinclusive approach to coach development, celebrating differences and providing support in challenging areas. This untapped research could benefit other national governing bodies (NGBs), especially those with many neurodivergent athletes and coaches.

Contact Information: The research will be led by Jo Aungiers, a Rowing Ireland Coach Developer, who has a strong interest in neurodivergence in sports. If you are interested in participating, please reach out via email jo@rowingireland.ie or WhatsApp at 0044 7711 708064.

Do you love rowing and want to share your passion with the next generation? Get Going Get Rowing is looking for enthusiastic coaches to introduce the sport to primary and secondary school students in this area.

If you have a few hours free during the school day once or twice a week, this is a great opportunity to get involved. Full training is provided! You’ll have fun, make a difference, and help inspire young rowers.

Interested? Get in touch with Caroline at caroline@rowingireland.ie to learn more.